Account Executive salary by region
| Region | Typical annual pay |
|---|---|
| United StatesNational range; SF/NYC skew higher. | $70,000 base + commission |
| United KingdomNational range; London skews higher. | £40,000 base + commission |
| European UnionVaries widely by country. | €40,000 base + commission |
Ranges are directional benchmarks for budgeting, not offers. Actual pay depends on location, company stage, and the candidate’s track record.
What moves a Account Executive’s salary
Seniority is the biggest lever (mid–senior is the common band for this role), followed by the depth of these skills:
- 3+ years closing B2B SaaS deals
- Demonstrated quota attainment
- Strong discovery and objection-handling
- Comfortable selling to your target persona
- Disciplined CRM and pipeline hygiene
Why companies pay for a Account Executive
You have product-market fit and more inbound than the founder can close. An account executive converts that pipeline into revenue, predictably.
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